Jim

Nope

I know it's Technically not against the rules, but the idea is to make a new MOC for this contest, not use an existing MOC Stating that you already have MOC that could FIT the competition kind of ruins the appreciation for me.

Although we can't be sure, I think you hit the nail on the head with this comment. I see people posting well known MOCs all the time of Facebook, without any reference to the original builder. Some do this intentionally, others might have simply forgotten it. Anyway, looking at the model, it can't be a coincidence. Samibotts, I hope you understand what has been said here and that you will give credits to the original designers in the future. The best way to prove us wrong; is to present a brand new self-designed MOC! I will leave this topic open so Samibotts has a chance to make a last reply. After that I will lock it.

@Emmi Please don't post images larger than 1024 pixels wide! Please don't quote videos!

I think Jeka didn't properly phrased what he meant to say. Anyway; let's get back to working spaces, and leave Sariel's private life private

Of course you are right. Somehow my mind was set on Rubik

@Epic Technic: Read the rules

@Saberwing Don't build Crawler Cranes or Airplanes then! Problem solved! Each contest has limits and this contest has a cubic size limt. Deal with it Contests are meant to get you out of your comfort zone. Certain limits accomplish exaclty that. By the way; since a plane is not so high, it's still feasible. Check out the red Jet Plane.

Milan and Allan have convinced me. It does feel like exploiting the rules, where 10.000 cubik studs already allows for quite a big model. So no compressing the suspension (unless it's like the 8297 where you can adjust the ride hight). As you might have read. No compressing the suspension. It needs to fit in the box without applying any external pressure to the model. You decide how different the B-model is. Being more original will gain more points during the voting phase. This will be one of the voting criteria. Each model needs to fit in the box (so that A and B). I have clarified the rules. Taking off things is not allowed. If the crane folds, while attached to the vehicle, it's okay.

RCX...wow, that's while ago. Welcome to EB by the way. This forum is Technic and Mindstorms, where Mindstorms is not very popular, let alone RCX.

I think you missed something

Ahh....the fine print... Vehicle needs to have a neutral mode, in which you don't apply any pressure. So if your vehicle has an adjustable ride height, it's fine. If you need to manually push the vehicle down, it's not okay. Edit: this one is debatable (see below) If the mirrors can be folded (like a real car) it's okay. If they are fixed, they count towards the limit. Think of a box in which you can fit the model. If the side mirrors don't fit, the model doesn't fit. Applying the box analogy to suspension; you can compress the suspension (i.e. push the model down) to fit the box. I am on the fence whether to allow for suspension to be compressed. Any thoughts are welcome.

Custom stickers are allowed. I will add a line in the General Contest Rules.

True that. I have added two lines Not sure where you are going with this question. Don't make it more difficult than it is.

No, let's keep it simple. The better the B-model, the more votes.

Isn't that implied by being a B-model?! But I can add a line, no problem.

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Okay, the topic is online: http://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=117656&st=0 I need to work on the promotional image, but we can finalize the instructions. I will also add an example image of the stud measurement. Coming soon...

TECHNIC A PLUS B MODEL CONTEST DESCRIPTION Design the A and B model for an LEGO Technic set. Try to make it as official as possible. DEADLINE Since you need to design two models, you will get more time than usual. The allotted time for this contest is around 10 weeks. Deadline date is Sunday 31st of January, 2016. Contest will be closed on Monday 1st of February, OR LATER. Disclaimer: I will close the contest when I see fit and when I have the time to process the results. This can be later than the deadline date. Please don't complain about this not being fair and all. RULES AND REGULATIONS The following section describes the contest specific and general rules and regulations. But before that, please take notice of a simple motto regarding the Eurobricks Contests: CONTESTS ARE FOR FUN! Of course there's competition, but at the end of the day, LEGO is just a hobby and the main goal for each of us is to have fun! CONTEST SPECIFIC RULES AND REGULATIONS Each model (both A and B) needs to fit in 10.000 cubic studs, meaning that WxHXL (in studs) cannot exceed 10.000 (see examples below). The B-model (alternate model) needs to be built using only parts which are used in the main model (just like an official B-model). No extra parts can be used for the B-model. Moving parts like a crane can be bigger than the size limit, but the models need to be able to fit in the dimensions provided. Taking off things is not allowed. If something (the crane) folds, while attached to the vehicle, it's okay. Some studded parts and panels are okay, but no model team finish. Pneumatics are permitted. 3rd party strings, hoses and rubber bands are permitted. LEDs are NOT permitted. Pullback Motor is NOT permitted. Electronics (PF elements, SBricks and Mindstorms) are NOT permitted. EXAMPLES FOR SIZE LIMIT A model is 25 studs long, 15 studs high and 11 studs wide. This means the model has a dimension of 4.125 cubic studs, so it's allowed. A model is 60 studs long, 10 studs high and 11 studs wide. This means the model has a dimension of 6.600 cubic studs, so it's allowed. A model is 60 studs long, 15 studs high and 25 studs wide. This means the model has a dimension of 22.500 cubic studs, so it's NOT allowed. GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS The contest is open to all EB members (also new members). Members who joined EB after the start of the contest can be banned from voting (when vote rigging is suspected). Voting rules will be explained later in the voting topic. One entry per member. Entries need to be new (never posted anywhere previously or shown at an event/LUG meeting). Only physical builds, so no LDD or other virtual entry. If you have any doubts about the suitability of your entry contact me, or Milan. All entries are to include only real LEGO. No clone brands, 3rd party parts, or digital entries allowed. Custom stickers are allowed. No cutting, sculpting or modifying parts. Entries are to be placed in the entry topic in this forum. Entries not in the entry topic are not eligible for voting. The entry post may be edited at any time up to the end of the contest, so feel free to make improvements if you wish. The contest might be closed later than the deadline. Don't complain about this not being fair. You have enough time to build. Don't ask for more time. We reserve the right to disqualify any entry that does not follow these rules. These rules can be changed whenever we see fit to ensure that people follow the intent of the contest. Staff members are not eligible for winning prizes. WHAT DO I NEED TO ENTER? All participant need to create a discussion topic and create a post in the entry topic. DISCUSSION TOPIC A discussion topic starting with [TC9]. A discussion topic needs to show some actual progress (i.e. pictures of the build in progress) and should not be used to "reserve an idea". ENTRY POST The entry post in the entry topic should contain: Entry name Short summary of the functions. One or more pictures Embedded Youtube video (mandatory) Link to the discussion topic PRIZES Prizes will be sponsored by the guys from Vengit (SBrick), for which I am of course very thankful. Keep up the good work guys. More information on the prizes later.

TECHNIC A PLUS B MODEL CONTEST ENTRY TOPIC CONTEST INFORMATION More information about the contest can be found in the general discussion topic. WHAT DO I NEED TO ENTER? Please take a careful look at the rules before posting in this topic. Each participant is obliged to create a post in this entry topic. Posts need to follow the rules stated below. Posts not following the rules will be disqualified so please read them carefully. ENTRY POST The entry post in this topic needs to contain: Entry name Short summary of the functions. One or more images (max 10) One or two videos (mandatory) Link to the discussion topic State the dimensions (in studs) of both models (HxWxL, 17x17x34=9826) Bounding box BOUNDING BOX Each model should have a picture where the bounding box is clearly visible. The bounding box is a contruction to show the dimensions of the model. More information about this can be found in the information topic. IMPORTANT This topic should be used for entries only, so commenting is prohibited. Please use the general discussion topic for comments on the entries.

The helicopter is probably not postponed. Usually, one of the sets is released later than the other sets. This set seems to be the helicopter. Airport Vehicle pulled back is something which has been suggested in this topic. Definitely no confirmation on that matter. Let's not jump to conclusions

Yup, the pinned Index is pretty up to date. And you can always ask us about a particular set. I am also willing to answer any (other) Technic review questions via PM, or in public.

Actually, four But you are absolutely right. Having a single Hydro Plane wouldn't be enough.

Please don't quote a list of pictures! And read a couple of comments back, before you ask a question: